Sacramento Becomes Sanctuary City For Transgender People, Including Minors

On Tuesday, the Sacramento City Council announced that the municipality would become a sanctuary city for transgender individuals, including minors, in addition to its existing status as a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants.

“In preparation of future legislation that may criminalize those providing or seeking gender-affirming care and given the Council’s stated values of equity and inclusion, it is important for the City of Sacramento to be proactive in reiterating our commitment to transgender rights and equal protections for transgender people by declaring ourselves a sanctuary city and a place of safety for transgender people,” it continued.

Democratic Sacramento City Councilmember Katie Valenzuela spearheaded the resolution, which provides protection for medical professionals who perform gender reassignment surgeries on minors, shielding them from potential criminal punishment and civil liabilities.

The resolution also received backing from the local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.